Travel Gadgets

Fujitsu has just made public the unleashing of its Eclipse AVN2210P, a GPS navigation device. This device is must-have equipment for the people who are new to a particular environment or who find it hard to remember road links and city road networks. It looks like a stylish piece of equipment when you place it on the dashboard of your automobile. It incorporates a hell lot of functionalities that will surely never let you loose your way. It displays a 3.5-inch TFT screen, a quite useful SD memory slot, built-in quality speakers, Bluetooth connectivity and a rechargeable battery. This GPS apparatus is surely here to make a difference in your lives. Price: $900 Via: Akihabaranews

Wikipedia Bicycle commuting is healthy, safe and cheap, the only emission is what the biker breathes out. But, it does have its problems. One is that bikes generally have a very awkward shape. If there is no bike rack or if you want to go somewhere with your bike, you’re have to drag a very burdensome package with you. Well! What if there was a bike you could fold and carry or that you could take on the subway. That sure would be nice. Image Credit: Foldabikes According to a review in Wired Magazine, one of the very best designs on the market is the Brompton M6L. It’s a British contraption that folds up to just 10 x 24 x 32-inches in less than half a minute and weighs only 25 pounds. An additional pair of tiny luggage wheels makes it easy to drag the contraption around when transporting it in its folded state. Traveling with a folding bike is not the most convenient way to travel but it sure can come in handy at times. Source: Gadling

All those who love outdoors might well know the food problems you’ve to face. Need not face them anymore! Next time you go out for camping, take the foldable oven with you. Researchers in Taiwan Textile Institute have developed a cloth that can take high temperatures (over 300 degrees) making it hot enough to roast chicken or bake cookies. Designed to be extremely portable, this foldable oven weighs only a few hundred grams and can be used while camping, in military kitchens as well as in outdoor catering. It has thin flexible conductive elements woven into the oven’s highly heat-resistant fabric. A prototype was demonstrated today at the Textile International Forum and Exhibition in Taipei. You’ll have to wait for some time to buy this portable and foldable oven as it will be on sale as early as next year. Source: Coolest-gadgets

When on a vacation, it becomes difficult to keep track of your expenditure. Sometimes, it leaves you in shock to see mammoth bills reaching your doorstep. It is not possible to jot down detail of every dollar spent when you are out of town for a business meeting, or on a vacation. You may also require emergency loans if you fall short of money on a business trip. Which is that one device that we seldom tend to leave at home? You guessed it right; I am talking about hand-held devices or mobile phones. Ever since Apple’s iPhone hit the stores, developer across the world have been working at a feverish pace to write applications that can help people manage their travel expenses on the go. Let us talk about some of these applications that can manage your expenses. Have you heard of the ‘TravelTracker’? It is an iPhone application that adds date and time for every flight you take. Thus, it helps you organize your travel expenses. The best thing about TravelTracker is that it also provides weather information. At times, it becomes difficult to recall addresses of hotels and restaurants. The ‘Maps’ application remembers all such addresses, and even gives you a satellite-view of the desired location. The GPS system saves you time and energy. iPhone also has a ‘Currency’ application that provides you the exchange rate for the US dollar in over 90 different currencies. Amazing, isn’t it? This application also allows you to keep track of your expenses in dollars. It becomes easier to communicate with people in a different country if you know their local dialect. How about an application that can translate English words and phrases to other languages? The ‘Lonely Planet Mobile Phrasebooks’ boasts of hundreds of thousands of translations, in addition to a multi-language slang dictionary. iPhone applications can get the load off your mind, so that you can focus on important work instead of managing your expenses manually. With a host of travel applications in your pocket, you would never need a travel guide, or a personal assistant.

Traveling with your pet can be fun but if you don’t take time to plan your trip with your furry buddy, it can turn into a stressful time for you and your pet. You will need some travel supplies for your pet to ensure that they stay calm and comfortable during your trip together. With a bit of planning and preparation you can have an enjoyable time and your pet will stay safe and happy. One of the first things to consider is how long a trip will you be taking? Is it just a short drive or an overnight stay? A short drive might need nothing more than your pet’s leash, a small bowl for water and some bottled water for him to drink. If you are planning a longer trip then you will need to pack some pet food supplies. A small bag of kibble, some pet treats, water, containers for your pet to eat and drink from and wet-naps to clean up with are essential items to have on hand. If your pet is small, you might want to take a pet bed for them to nap in during the trip. A blanket or rug may come in handy to protect your vehicle’s seats and make your pet comfortable. If you have a large pet, then be sure to provide a comfortable area for him to lie down in and rest. Do not try to transport a large pet in a small vehicle as neither one of you will be comfortable. Remember when you are travelling with your pet to keep him on the leash whenever you stop. Be sure he has his collar and tags on him at all times. It is a good idea to have an ID tag with his name, your name and your cell phone number on it, in case you get separated. Your pet will need to stop periodically and be walked to take care of his business and stretch his legs. With these tips and supplies you can look forward to a safe and enjoyable trip with your best buddy by your side.

If you are traveling, going on cruises, flying or driving, there’s a chance you will need special, waterproof protection for sophisticated electronic devices like cameras, laptops, mobile phones and binoculars. You may also need cases for memory cards, SD cards and other kinds of microchips. You want to carry a number of these, especially to places where you will not find them easily. In such cases, consider a Pelican Micro case. These indestructible cases are manufactured by Pelican. There are a number of uses for the cases, according to which they are named. There are Protector cases, Storm and Hardigg cases, as well as other products, besides the Micro case. All of them are high end, useful products for the hard traveler. The Pelican Micro case has a very tough, indestructible polycarbonate body. It is made water tight with rubber linings across the outer shell. It also has other special features, for example, the lid, when closed, creates a tongue and groove fit that has a rubber liner that can absorb shocks in extreme travel conditions. So, a Pelican Micro case comes in handy when you are traveling in airlines that tend to take less care of your baggage than usual. If you are traveling in South east Asia or South America, make sure you carry your memory cards in one of these Micro cases. If you plan on doing any water sports – like jumping out of a flying airplane- you should use these cases. Whatever else gets drenched in the dive, your memory cards sure will be intact.

Traveling nowadays has never been this pleasant. Thanks to the wonderful gadgets that keep me company during the long road trips. Since I travel a lot to visit friends and relatives and sometimes because of work, it’s easy to stay connected with everybody through my iphone. But it is actually more than a phone because practically everything I need to know about when I’m on the road like the weather, directions, hotel accommodations, exchange rates etc. can be easily obtained with the help of my very reliable iphone. When I needed some quick cash, my iphone enabled me more than once to apply for elastic loans online. When I need to divert myself while waiting in the airport I have all the games, videos and music on my iphone, which keeps me distracted during the long wait. Recently, I bought a Sony Reader which is the size of a pocketbook, which I was able to fit in my small luggage during one of my business trips. Since I never really like watching TV in my hotel room, my new e-reader has become a great source of joy for me during my travels since it enables me to catch up with my favorite readings like Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Of course, I never fail to forget to bring along my Power Monkey. Thanks to its small size it’s easy to carry in my suitcase. My Power Monkey is compatible with many electronic gadgets including my iphone. It provides battery reserves so that I can continuously use my iphone without fail. I also plan to buy a Blue Ant T1 headset once it hits the market. I heard it’s a great accessory for cellular phones. It may be great to have it because the clear audio can help me communicate much lucidly with my boss when I’m on the road. These gadgets are so helpful, and I’ve never enjoyed traveling as much as I do now.

Every person in this world has only 24 hours in a day. Yet, some people become successful, while others struggle to make ends meet. What is the reason behind this? Unsuccessful people blame their luck or destiny for their failure. It is not how much time we get that makes us successful; it’s how we utilize the time to the fullest that differentiates a loser from a winner. Time Management, in other words, is the key to success. You can achieve anything you desire. All you need is the will and determination to achieve your goals. The question is- how to increase productivity outside the workplace? While techniques like completing your most important tasks first thing in the morning, exchange hosting and keeping a log of your work help at the workplace, there are some strategies that can help you improve your efficiency outside the workplace too. The first technique is to prioritize tasks. Some tasks can be undertaken later, while some others have to be addressed immediately. That is why it is important to chalk out a plan that includes attending to those tasks first that need to be completed urgently. The second strategy is to set short deadlines. The idea is to work on one task at a time, complete it and then move to another task. This way, you will save a lot of time, and thus enhance your productivity. Thirdly, you must try to keep your mobile phone silent while you work. We waste a lot of time answering unimportant calls. Gossiping and socializing over the phone would reduce your efficiency. Another technique to increase productivity outside the workplace is to check your emails no more than twice a day. Studies have shown that people waste a lot of time browsing through their emails throughout the day. Finally, you can monitor your progress, and explore new ways to improve your efficiency.

Gail Knight, a British designer has developed two such rings that will guide the travelers in the unfamiliar places. These rings have global positioning satellite to guide the wearer. Also, there is a device controller which one needs to wear around the neck or clip on to clothing. This device controller has all the necessary electronics that could not be fitted in the rings. The eight digit display allows for a postcode to be entered. It also has an electronic compass and GPS system that powers the navigation of this device. Inside the rings there is a small vibrating motor and antenna which makes the rings buzz as soon as these receive the signal from the device controller. The rings buzz for left and right, and have different vibrations for forwards and backwards. When the wearer goes in a wrong direction both right and left buzz. So, next time you are move don’t forget these vibrating rings who knows when you are caught in a place which you are totally unfamiliar with. Source: BBC News

This is the next part of Top Killer Travel Gadgets, it will familiarize with another unheard traveling gadgets. Let’s have another look on this:

13: BOTTLE OPENER SANDALS

Just imagine yourself other than a hops fellah than a wino? The previously mentioned Reef has defeated them by combining the classic clip of beach life – the sandal – with the classic staple of the beach life boozer – the bottle opener. Introducing a extremely useful the while you’re on a trip with gang and if you have some bottles to enjoy.

14: WIND UP CELL PHONE CHARGER

This gadget is best suitable for the power needs of your cell phone and you are on the way for an exciting journey. Obviously, it will help you while you’re that far from society, and suppose no cell towers near you. It’s a great invention truly.

15: GPS PHOTO TAGGER

Serious traveler/photographers know that it is really painstaking to keep a track of each and every photo that is captured. Here is a really helpful tool from Sony, the GPSCS1KA GPS Unit Kit. All you need to do to use it is turn it on and carry it with you. It takes a snapshot of your location at fifteen second intervals.

16: CASIO PATHFINDER WATCH

If you have any plan to climb a hill then you have this special gadget for traveler which will specify the location where you are. The name of the gadget is Casio’s Pathfinder watch. It has everything you need such as an altimeter, thermometer, compass, barometer, auto-setting atomic clock functionality, tide graph, depth gauge, and dive log. Thank god, it’s solar powered.

17: BATMAN’S SWISS ARMY KNIFE

When an 84-tool Swiss Army Knife isn’t enough, you need Wenger’s Giant Collector’s Swiss Army Knife. This 8-inch monstrosity weighs in at a cool, practical 2 pounds, 11 ounces and boasts 85 tools – that’s every tool ever created by Wenger. The price is just $1200. You can’t visualize when this gadget will be helpful for you.

18: SOLAR POWERED BACKPACK

And the last but not the least, you have wonderful solar-powered Voltaic Backpack, which will the best piece ever heard about. It will help you during laptop power shortage and also other gadgets that require power backup of the same kind.

In the last, I only wish you Happy Journey!